Nintendo Game Boy Advance GBA Backlight V5 IPS System USB-C Rechargeable Battery
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Manufacturer description
1 YEAR ALL STATE WARRANTY INCLUDED (Details below). 15 BRI GHT NESS LEV ELS. 8 Color Modes.
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Full Specifications
| battery | USB-C Rechargeable |
|---|---|
| screen_type | IPS V5 Backlit |
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